ST JUDE STORE Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS - Comments: NO VOMIT AND DIARRHEA CLEAN UP KIT OR PROCEDURE; MUST PROVIDE. INSTRUCTED THAT A VOMIT AND DIARRHEA CLEAN UP PROCEDURE AND THE NECESSARY SUPPLIES ARE NEEDED IN CASE OF A VOMIT AND DIARRHEAL INCIDENT ON PREMISES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005.

Vomit and diarrhea contain millions of viral particles. One incident can contaminate entire facility and cause outbreak affecting dozens.

Written procedures required for cleaning bodily fluid events to prevent disease transmission.

Written procedure must address: Isolating contaminated area; Removing and discarding affected food; Using proper PPE; Cleaning and sanitizing with appropriate concentration; Proper disposal of contaminated materials.

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROPER HANDWASHING SIGNAGE FOR WASHROOM.

Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.

Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.

Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.

PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL - Comments: DOES NOT HAVE ADEQUATE REFRIGERATION ON PREMISES; MUST PROVIDE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A REFRIGERATION UNIT LARGE ENOUGH FOR ITEMS TO BE SOLD AND HELD AT 41F OR BELOW. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030.

Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.

All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.

Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.

THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETERS FOR REFRIGERATION AND FREEZER UNITS.

Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.

Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.

50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL A UTILITY SINK ON PREMISES WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER AND BACKFLOW DEVICE ATTACHED.

Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.

Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.

Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.

TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: FOUND NO SELF CLOSING DEVICE ON WASHROOM DOOR; MUST INSTALL.

Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene and contamination.

Toilet rooms must be properly equipped and maintained.

Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Handwashing supplies; Cleaned regularly; Proper ventilation.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED DUST ON THE VENTILATION FAN ON THE CEILING OF THE WASHROOM; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: ONE WALL THAT IS VISIBLE BETWEEN THE STORAGE ROOM AND AREA LEADING TO WASHROOM IS NOT FINISHED; DRY WALL OBSERVED; INSTRUCTED TO FINISH WALL AND PAINT. OBSERVED A RAW WOOD FLOOR AND SHELVES BEHIND THE FRONT COUNTER; INSTRUCTED TO SEAL ALL RAW WOOD.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: ONE WALL THAT IS VISIBLE BETWEEN THE STORAGE ROOM AND AREA LEADING TO WASHROOM IS NOT FINISHED; DRY WALL OBSERVED; INSTRUCTED TO FINISH WALL AND PAINT. OBSERVED A RAW WOOD FLOOR AND SHELVES BEHIND THE FRONT COUNTER; INSTRUCTED TO SEAL ALL RAW WOOD.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.